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Bachelor of Art Theory University of New South Wales - UNSW, Australia

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A$ 510 (US$ 533) per credit / unit

FEB-12,JUL-12

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This course offers intensive study of the visual arts and design. The degree program encourages students to take full advantage of its location within one of Australia's largest art and design schools and a leading university. The degree offers students in-depth study of art and/or design history and theory and prepares students for research careers or professional employment in the arts or design industries. Examples of likely careers include art administration, art and design criticism, art historical research, curating, museum education and arts project management.

Entry requirement for international students

Students will be considered for admission to this program at UNSW on the basis of their performance in any of the following: Australian and New Zealand final senior secondary studies, post-secondary or tertiary qualifications, overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian studies or an alternative entry scheme. They must also satisfy the following English language requirements: IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the sub-tests of speaking, listening, reading and writing; TOEFL - Internet-based Test (iBT) overall score of 90 with a minimum score of 24 in writing; TOEFL - Paper-based Test (PBT) overall score of 577 with a minimum score of 5.0 in the Test of Written English (TWE); successful completion of the UNSW Institute of Languages University English Entry Course with a grade of C+ (grade point 7.0) and a minimum score of 20 in the writing component; overall score of 68 in Pearson Test of English academic version and successful completion of the ANU College Access Program with a minimum of 70 per cent overall.

University of New South Wales - UNSW accepts IELTS*

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Bachelor Degree

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University of New South Wales - UNSW

About University of New South Wales - UNSW

The University of New South Wales is one of Australia's leading international universities attracting students and scholars from around the world. It is widely regarded for its teaching excellence and research innovation. The University is a founding member of the Group of Eight research intensive universities in Australia and a member of the Universitas 21 international consortium. Established in 1949, the University now has close to 52,000 students, including mo read more

The College of Fine Arts (COFA) is a faculty of the University of New South Wales (UNSW), a founding member of the Group of Eight (Go8) research intensive universities in Australia. UNSW scored the maximum 5-star rating in the 2010 Good Universities Guide for seven key performance indicators. COFA has a long history and a bright future. COFA has been teaching teachers for more than five decades and teaching artists and designers for 35 years.COFA offers a wide array of disciplines of study, including traditional studio based practices and new media areas. All programs have been structured to deliver insights into the importance of individual and collective creativity, whether in theoretical assessment, design practice, curatorial evaluations or artistic considerations. At COFA, academic members of staff represent Australia's most eminent artists, designers and theorists, most of them having won national and international awards and critical acclaim for their contributions to the fields of fine art, interactive and web based medias, design and art theory.COFA's support of innovation and opportunity is an important element to its teaching and research success. Through its many international connections, COFA has built a network of vital relationships that facilitates exchanges of ideas.There are plenty of ways to have fun on campus while at COFA. Students can join Arc @ COFA, a student-run organisation for creative types on campus which provides access to clubs, societies and the chance to participate in extracurricular activities. COFA students also have access to contemporary art, design and media galleries on campus.Highlights: COFA is part of a 5-Star University. At COFA, interdisciplinary practice is encouraged and research excellence promoted. COFA staff are experts in their fields. COFA has three galleries on campus where students can exhibit - COFASpace, 3 Foot Square and Kudos Gallery . All COFA students are encouraged to study overseas for 1 or 2 Semesters at one of UNSW's 100 international partner institutions situated all over the world. COFA is located in Paddington an inner city suburb of Sydney and its neighbours include Fox movie studios, art and design galleries and many bookstores and cafes. Over 40 countries are represented in the student body. read more

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College of Fine Arts Campus

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Cnr of Oxford St and Greens Rd
PADDINGTON
New South Wales
2021

Venue description

This campus is one of Australia's premier art and design schools ideally located in the heart of Paddington on stylish Oxford St, just minutes from Sydney’s Central Station. It is the only art college in Australia to offer the traditional options of Painting, Drawing and Sculpture alongside cutting edge courses in Time Based Art, Digital Animation, Film and Video and Design (including Jewellery and Textiles) in addition to Art Education and Art History and Theory (including Art Administration).

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+61 (0) 2 9385 0684

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The University offers a range of accommodation, depending on the requirements. There are catered on-campus colleges, student apartments, private rental accommodation in surrounding suburbs, and a range of short-term options. The range of accommodation include Catered on-campus, Self Catered apartments, Private rental and Short term accommodations.

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Overview The University of New South Wales is one of Australia's leading international universities attracting students and scholars from around the world. It is widely regarded for its teaching excellence a ...read more
Location Sydney is the largest and oldest city in Australia and the capital of New South Wales. Situated on one of the world's most beautiful natural harbours, Sydney is a vibrant, multi-faceted, cosmopolitan ...read more
Faculties The University of New South Wales has a broad disciplinary base, with Faculties covering the subject areas of Arts & Social Sciences; Built Environment; Engineering; Law; Medicine and Sc ...read more
Research Strengths The University of New South Wales , a member of the Go8, is one of Australia's leading research intensive universities. Research at the University is undertaken across all Faculties and Schools in ...read more
Admissions Admission to various programs at the University is based on academic merit. Applicants are expected to hold qualifications that are acceptable to UNSW for admission. Applications are assessed on the b ...read more
Facilities Accommodation The University of New South Wales provides a range of on-campus accommodation to suit all requirements, from self catered student apartments to catered residential colleges. The Unive ...read more
Student Support International Student Development International (SDI) helps students from overseas adjust to living in Sydney and studying at UNSW. In addition to providing personalised advice and support, SDI promotes understand ...read more

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Science The Faculty of Science at UNSW is one of the foremost faculties of the University and a powerhouse of knowledge, innovation and research. The faculty aims to be at the leading edge of scientific revolution in the world and contribute to advancing ...read more
Creative Arts and Design The College of Fine Arts (COFA) is a faculty of the University of New South Wales (UNSW) , a founding member of the Group of Eight (Go8) research intensive universities in Australia. UNSW scored the maximum 5-star rating in the 2010 Good Universi ...read more

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